Hungarian filmmaker Bela Tarr dies at 70

zeit.de (German)

Renowned Hungarian filmmaker Bela Tarr has died at the age of 70 after a long illness. Tarr was celebrated for his distinctive style, characterized by long takes and minimal dialogue, with notable works including "Satan's Tango" and "The Werckmeister Harmonies." He often collaborated with Nobel laureate Laszlo Krasznahorkai. The European Film Academy mourned Tarr, recognizing his strong political voice and artistic contributions. He also founded the "film.factory" school in Sarajevo and advocated for artistic freedom.


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